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Xavier Lucas' Transfer to Miami Challenges NCAA Rules and Wisconsin's NIL Contract

Wisconsin and Miami are at odds over Lucas' transfer, raising questions about NCAA protocols and the enforceability of NIL agreements.

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Former American Heritage star Xavier Lucas poses for an All-County photo on Dec. 13, 2023. Lucas, who played his first year of college at Wisconsin, is reportedly set to play for Mimi this year.

Overview

  • Xavier Lucas withdrew from Wisconsin and enrolled at Miami after the school refused to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal, citing a revenue-sharing agreement.
  • Wisconsin alleges Miami engaged in impermissible contact with Lucas before he requested a transfer, potentially violating NCAA tampering rules.
  • Lucas' attorney argues that Wisconsin violated NCAA rules by not entering Lucas into the transfer portal within two business days of his request.
  • The NCAA confirmed that Lucas' move was permissible under current rules, which do not prevent unenrolling from one school and enrolling at another without using the portal.
  • This case highlights potential loopholes in NCAA transfer regulations and could set a legal precedent for future disputes involving NIL contracts and player mobility.